"Ethics Decision Making for Florida's Local Governments"

This FCCMA training goes beyond the basic legal requirements that Florida public officials must comply with in their daily duties. Mari Rains will focus on the decision-making process involved when considering these requirements. The session will satisfy FCCMA members four-hour ethical requirements and assist members in their application of these requirements. FCCMA members from all over the state are invited to participate in this informative interactive session which is certain to provide valuable information for all attendees.

"Diversity and Inclusion: 21st Century Challenges and Case Studies"

Diversity and Inclusion are on the forefront of governments that are constantly striving to improve their workforce. However, defining these terms in the 21st century can be a challenge for even the more seasoned professional in local government. This training session will feature four different government agencies sharing their experiences and challenges that include City and County agencies' self-assessment of their diversity and inclusive approach to their workforce, a law enforcement agency's strategy to create an inclusive community, and a federal/state agency overview/summation of local government grant recipients compliance requirements. This is a compact program that will cover a lot of valuable information in a half-day session. It is recommended that local government managers encourage their key senior staff members and HR professionals to join them in attending and participating in this comprehensive and interactive session on these important topics.

Speakers:

• Torey Alston, Gainesville Equal Opportunity Director
• Jacqueline Chung, Alachua County Equal Opportunity Manager
• Susannah Causier, Alachua County Training Manager
• Bart T. Barta, Acting Major, Coral Cables Police Department
• Carey Shepherd and Losa Wilson, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Florida division